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The Linguistics Program of the College of Liberal Arts, University of Minnesota invites applications for two 100%-time term faculty positions in Linguistics. Appointments will be made at the rank of contract assistant professor. Appointments will begin 31 August 2009 and conclude 30 May 2010. Renewal may be possible for an additional term or terms.

Required qualifications include a PhD in Linguistics and at least one year of college level teaching experience in Linguistics. Candidates for one position must have a primary specialization in syntactic theory. Candidates for the second position may have a specialization in any area of linguistic theory.

Preferred qualifications include at least two years' experience teaching Linguistics courses at the college level. Candidates will be expected to provide evidence of excellence in teaching.

Preference will be given to candidates in areas of specialization for which there is the greatest need. Needs are anticipated in syntax, language typology, semantics, pragmatics, phonology, computational linguistics, and field methods.

Candidates will be evaluated according to the overall quality of their academic preparation and scholarly work, evidence of research ability, evidence of commitment to teaching and skills as a teacher, and strength of recommendations.

Duties/Responsibilities: The appointees will be expected to teach five classes including at least one section of Introduction to Linguistics or Language and Society, depending upon the person's area of specialization. Other responsibilities include engaging in an active program of scholarly research, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, advising students, and contributing service to the Program, College, and University.

Application Instructions: All applicants must apply online at the website listed. Please refer to requisition number 160585.

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.